Ukraine
"Kyivstar" plans to launch 5G in Lviv after pilot testing. Ukraine is preparing to switch to new technology, which is already used in developed countries.
Putin's plan to present the meeting in Istanbul as a continuation of March 2022 has failed. Ukraine will insist on a ceasefire and a direct meeting between Zelensky and Putin.
A meeting was held in The Hague regarding the establishment of a commission to review applications for Ukraine. Iryna Mudra emphasized that compensation should cover all damages from 2014.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with the Prime Minister of the Netherlands, discussing support, strengthening air defense, and investments in drone production. He also held talks with the leaders of Denmark, Moldova, Bulgaria, and Sweden.
In a field in Kyiv region, sappers of the State Emergency Service seized the warhead of the Kh-101 cruise missile. It was safely transported to the training ground and destroyed by controlled explosion.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Rosen Zhelyazkov and discussed a ceasefire and security guarantees. They also talked about the completion of the Khmelnytskyi NPP and cooperation in the Black Sea region.
Denmark, one of the leaders in supporting Ukraine, is preparing the 26th package of military aid. Zelenskyy discussed further support and investments in the defense industry with the Prime Minister of Denmark.
The negotiations between Ukraine and Russia in Istanbul had signs of theatricality, where each side promoted its own narratives. Sky News notes that the Russian Federation seeks to show readiness for diplomacy, but does not make concessions.
An anonymous Ukrainian official said that Russia sent a delegation to the peace talks in Istanbul that had no intention of negotiating. Without decisive steps to force the Russian Federation into real negotiations, it is impossible.
After MP Nataliya Pipa's appeal against Anna Alkhim, three criminal proceedings have been opened under articles on treason, incitement of hatred, and threats to a statesman. The blogger is criticized for speaking Russian.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk stated that Russia did not show goodwill at the negotiations in Istanbul, putting forward unacceptable conditions. Politicians will continue to work for peace in Ukraine.
Zelenskyy discussed with the Prime Minister of Sweden the results of negotiations in Turkey and increased pressure on Russia. The parties also focused on cooperation within the coalition of willing parties.
British Defense Minister John Healey has admitted the possibility of sending troops to Ukraine. He made the statement following a meeting with colleagues in Rome, but did not provide details.
During negotiations in Istanbul, Medinsky tried to put pressure on the Ukrainian delegation with fake quotes from Bismarck and Napoleon. Both of these historical figures never said what Medinsky attributed to them.
According to Kyslytsia, many issues can only be resolved at a meeting between the leaders of Ukraine and Russia.
Negotiations between Ukraine and Russia in Istanbul were positive, despite Russia's demands for troop withdrawal. An exchange of prisoners was discussed, but the Russian delegation did not have the authority.
The government has supplemented the list of border crossing points for road, rail, ferry, air and river traffic. The changes were made to CMU Resolution No. 435.
285 children are being evacuated from Oleksiievo-Druzhkivka and 47 children from several villages of the Shakhiv community, respectively. The reason is a significant increase in enemy shelling.
At the talks in Istanbul, the Ukrainian delegation discussed the possibility of a meeting between Zelensky and Putin. It is at such a meeting that an agreement on a ceasefire can be reached.
The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has approved the new "Vespa-15" strike drone for use in the Armed Forces, which can hit enemy equipment and manpower day and night, and is also resistant to electronic warfare equipment.
Negotiations in Istanbul ended without a breakthrough on a ceasefire due to unrealistic conditions set by the Russians. European leaders are coordinating actions and condemning Moscow's position.
Russia has agreed to exchange 1,000 people with Ukraine. According to Vadym Skibitskyi, the Ukrainian side has already started processing the lists for the return of citizens home.
The negotiations with Russia discussed the exchange of prisoners and a ceasefire. The next step could be a meeting between Zelenskyy and Putin at the highest level.
Andriy Kovalenko stated that the threats from the Russians are traditional behavior, which often has no basis. During negotiations in Istanbul, the Russians demanded that Ukraine withdraw its troops from the occupied territories.
In Istanbul, the Ukrainian and Russian delegations reached agreements, in particular, on the exchange of prisoners "1000 for 1000". A meeting of the leaders of the countries was also discussed.
António Costa and Ursula von der Leyen assured of their support for Ukraine and emphasized the strengthening of sanctions against Russia. This is being done to force Putin to negotiate for peace.
Volodymyr Zelensky met with Maia Sandu to discuss ways to achieve peace and strengthen cooperation. They also talked about energy security and the impact of elections in Europe.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz assured of further support for Ukraine in the war with Russia after a conversation with Donald Trump. He stressed that Germany will not stop helping Ukraine until the end of the war.
Bridget Brink stated that she cannot conscientiously implement the policy of the Trump administration, which puts pressure on Ukraine, not on Russia. She emphasized that the only way to protect US interests is to resist autocrats.
Russian troops suffered significant losses in manpower and equipment, trying to break through the defense. Ukrainian defenders acted in a coordinated manner, using artillery, drones and aviation.